2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corolla | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
