2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impreza | HHR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4483 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
