2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 812 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2370 mm |
