2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 702 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze. 2001 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | CR-V | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1687 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
