2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet HHR and 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.

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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 2006 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 2006 Volkswagen Citi
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model HHR Citi
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2194 cc 1423 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 49 L


 

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