2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2010 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.

Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet HHR 2010 Dodge Ram
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model HHR Ram
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2194 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 552 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 98 L


 

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