2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Jetta | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 240 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2685 mm |
