2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 948 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet HHR 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model HHR Touareg
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2201 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 2214 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 19.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 100 L


 

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