2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet HHR and 2009 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
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 Chevrolet HHR (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | HHR | Vibe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |