2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 127 kg more than 2011 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet HHR | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | HHR | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
