2002 Holden Cruze vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 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 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Cruze | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 135 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |