2012 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2012 Acura TSX and 2012 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Acura TSX (230 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2012 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze. 2012 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Acura TSX | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | TSX | Cruze |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1477 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2685 mm |