2004 Holden Cruze vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Cruze | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Cruze | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |