2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 59 L |
