2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 15 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 Chevrolet HHR (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
