2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2011 Fiat Panda 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. 2011 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Cruze | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
