2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Holden Cruze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
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, 2009 Holden Cruze (320 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Five Hundred | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
