2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 734 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Cruze | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
