2001 Citroen C vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C and 2001 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Cruze weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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 2001 Citroen C. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
