2003 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | HHR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
