2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Cruze |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |