2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | HHR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
