2004 Fiat Albea vs. 2002 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea. 2002 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Albea | 2002 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Albea | Cruze |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |