2009 Ford Flex vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Flex | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Flex | HHR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |