2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. 2006 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 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 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | HHR | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
