2001 Acura CL vs. 2009 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | HHR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
