2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
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 Honda Accord (350 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
