2000 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Legend | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2685 mm |
