2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,768 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | HHR | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2768 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
