2006 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | HHR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |