2010 Holden Cruze vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Holden Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Holden Cruze | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Cruze | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3230 mm |
