2011 Acura RL vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Holden Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (360 Nm). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze. 2011 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura RL | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | RL | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4971 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2685 mm |
