2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | HHR | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
