2011 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Routan and 2011 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Routan | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
Model | Routan | Cruze |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 352 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2685 mm |