2000 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 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.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2001 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic 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:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
