2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Ford Flex were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex 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 Flex | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | HHR | Flex |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |