2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 313 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 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cruze | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1404 mm |
