2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+

To start off, both 2005 Holden Cruze and 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Cruze 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
Make Holden Suzuki
Model Cruze Wagon R+
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2340 mm


 

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