2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 390 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 Mitsubishi RVR. 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 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cruze | RVR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
