2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HHR | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
