2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 293 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 2008 Nissan Tiida. 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Cruze | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Cruze | Tiida |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |