2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 65 kg more 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 (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
