2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. 2009 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota 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.
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2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | HHR | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |