2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Cruze and 2012 Ferrari California were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2012 Ferrari California is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Cruze | California |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1797 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |