2010 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | HHR | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4483 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1588 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
