2001 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2002 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze. 2002 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2002 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
