2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 880 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze. 2010 SsangYong Korando 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. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Cruze | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
