2011 Holden Cruze 1.6 vs. 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi

To start off, both 2011 Holden Cruze 1.6 and 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi (161 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze 1.6. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze 1.6.

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, 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi (360 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze 1.6. (153 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze 1.6.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Holden Cruze 1.6 2011 Holden Cruze 2.0 VDCi
Make Holden Holden
Model Cruze Cruze
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 161 HP
Torque 153 Nm 360 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4597 mm 4597 mm
Vehicle Width 1788 mm 1788 mm
Vehicle Height 1477 mm 1477 mm
Wheelbase Size 2685 mm 2685 mm


 

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