2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 659 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Berlina. 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Cruze | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
