2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
