2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Forester | HHR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |