2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | HHR | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
