2001 Holden Cruze vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Cruze | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Cruze | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |