2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2003 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Stilo | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
