2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | HHR | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |