2006 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Civic | Cruze |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |