2011 Holden Cruze vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 2012 Toyota Avensis 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. 2012 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Holden Cruze | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Cruze | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2710 mm |
