2009 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Holden Cruze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Holden Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Holden Cruze | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cruze | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2860 mm |
