2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Express and 2010 Chevrolet HHR were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1295 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 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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 Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | HHR |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
