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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 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 | 2201 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |