2009 Holden Cruze 1.6 vs. 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8
To start off, both 2009 Holden Cruze 1.6 and 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8 (139 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze 1.6. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze 1.6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8 (176 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze 1.6. (153 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze 1.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Holden Cruze 1.6 | 2009 Holden Cruze 1.8 | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Cruze | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2685 mm |
