2011 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet 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 F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-150 | Cruze |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 411 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 59 L |