2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
