2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 796 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Cruze | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
