2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | HHR | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
