2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2005 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. 2006 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | HHR | Solara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |