2012 Holden Calais vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Holden Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Holden Calais would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Holden Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Holden Calais | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Calais | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
