2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, both 2003 Holden Cruze and 2003 Holden Rodeo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Rodeo (145 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze.
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, 2003 Holden Rodeo (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze. 2003 Holden Rodeo has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Rodeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Cruze | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3060 mm |
