2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet HHR and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (311 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet HHR 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model HHR Legacy
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2194 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 242 HP
Torque 203 Nm 311 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 64 L


 

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