2002 Holden Cruze vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Cruze | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
