2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HHR | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3310 mm |
