2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
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, 2005 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | HHR | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
