2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 545 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Cruze | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
