2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze. 2005 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Duna | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
