2005 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Chairman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze. 2005 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2006 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2006 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Chairman | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Chairman | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
