2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Cruze | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
