2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Opel Corsa. 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 1999 Opel Corsa. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Cruze | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
