2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
Model | Touareg | Cruze |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |