2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 32 L |
