1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
