2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 881 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Allroad | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
