2011 Holden Cruze vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2011 Holden Cruze and 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Cruze (161 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (360 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Holden Cruze | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cruze | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2578 mm |
