2002 Holden Cruze vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2002 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. 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, 1996 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Cruze | Crew |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
