2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
| Model | ForTwo | HHR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 61 L |
