2010 Holden Cruze vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Holden Cruze (320 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Holden Cruze | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Cruze | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2675 mm |
