2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 996 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
