2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2009 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. 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 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | HHR | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
