2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 365 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 2008 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Bravo | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1350 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
