2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 968 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
