2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Holden Cruze and 2005 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Toyota Matrix (161 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Cruze | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Cruze | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 161 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |