2013 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Cruze and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 131 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Cruze | Sonic |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |