2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | HHR | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
