2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 175 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cruze | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:00 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1797 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
