2006 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2002 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Sequoia | 2002 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Sequoia | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
