2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Cruze | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |