2012 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Cruze (139 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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 Holden Cruze (176 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
