2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP) has 235 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Holden Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2011 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Touareg | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
