2010 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Pathfinder and 2010 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
