2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | HHR | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3490 mm |