2004 Holden Cruze vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Cruze | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
