2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 29 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 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cruze | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |