2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 131 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 2006 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 2006 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Cruze | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
