2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2011 Ford Expedition and 2011 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 200 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 153 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 | 5621 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2685 mm |
