2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
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 (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | HHR | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
