2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 228 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
