2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue.

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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet HHR 2005 Saturn Vue
Make Chevrolet Saturn
Model HHR Vue
Year Released 2009 2005
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 143 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 62 L


 

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