2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 292 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Holden Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2685 mm |
