2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Cruze (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Holden Cruze (176 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Golf | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
