2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 4 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | HHR | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 91 L |
