2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 Ford F-450 and 2009 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Because 2009 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Holden Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-450 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2685 mm |
