2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 470 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 2004 Peugeot 407. 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Cruze | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
