2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 510 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.
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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Cruze | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
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 | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |