2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | HHR | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
