2011 Holden Cruze vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Holden Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Holden Cruze | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cruze | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3310 mm |
