2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | HHR | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |