2012 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2011 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Pilot | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Pilot | Cruze |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 153 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4862 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1803 mm | 1477 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2685 mm |