2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | HHR | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
