2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | HHR | A5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
