2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.

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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. 2009 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chevrolet HHR 2009 Chrysler Sebring
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model HHR Sebring
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 64 L