2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Holden Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Legacy | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2685 mm |
