2005 Honda Element vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden 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 Element (216 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Element | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
