2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cruze | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
