2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon 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 2000 Ford Falcon. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | HHR | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |