2003 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Cruze weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Insight | Cruze |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |