2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2003 Holden Cruze and 2003 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 115 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 2003 Peugeot 206. 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Cruze | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Cruze | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |