2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 13 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 477 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 2013 Chevrolet 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. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Duna | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |
