2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 745 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
