2010 Holden Cruze vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Because 2007 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2010 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2010 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Holden Cruze | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Cruze | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2920 mm |
