2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 281 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 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Cruze | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |