2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Cruze weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2003 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Familia | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
