2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus 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 24 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 199 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | HHR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
