2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | HHR | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |