2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze. 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Pilot | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2685 mm |
