2009 Holden Cruze vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP) has 371 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Holden Cruze | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Cruze | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 510 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 624 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2891 mm |