2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Cruze weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Cruze | Baleno |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |