2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Cruze (110 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Holden Cruze (153 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Golf | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
