2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
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 (226 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 2009 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Aerio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | HHR | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
