2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1117 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 2005 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Cruze | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
