2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Outback Sport | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
