2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | HHR | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |