2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | HHR | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
