2010 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | HHR | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4483 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1588 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
