2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cruze | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:00 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1797 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
