2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | HHR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
