2010 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | HHR | Touran |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
