2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 474 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 2011 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Cruze | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2799 mm |
