2001 Holden Cruze vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1667 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Cruze | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Cruze | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3130 mm |
