2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 935 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze.
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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Holden | Tata |
Model | Cruze | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |