2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 498 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
