2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 10 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 590 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 2012 Hyundai i40. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Cruze | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Cruze | i40 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |