2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 414 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 Kia Cee'd. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Cruze | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |