2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Golf | HHR |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4483 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1588 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |