2005 Acura TL vs. 2009 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (353 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | HHR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
