2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet HHR 2007 GMC Acadia
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model HHR Acadia
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2194 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 83 L


 

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