2009 Honda Element vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 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 Holden Cruze (320 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element 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. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Element | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
