2012 Holden Cruze 1.8 vs. 2012 Holden Cruze 1.4 Hatchback
To start off, both 2012 Holden Cruze 1.8 and 2012 Holden Cruze 1.4 Hatchback 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 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Cruze 1.8 (139 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze 1.4 Hatchback. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Cruze 1.8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze 1.4 Hatchback.
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 1.8 (176 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze 1.4 Hatchback. (148 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Cruze 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze 1.4 Hatchback.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Holden Cruze 1.8 | 2012 Holden Cruze 1.4 Hatchback | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Cruze | Cruze |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1477 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2685 mm |