2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 525 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.
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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Cruze | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Cruze | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |