2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze. 2011 Ford Expedition 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. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2685 mm |
