2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Stilo | Cruze |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
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 | 94 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |