2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 881 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Cruze | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |