2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2002 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
