Depends on how long you plan to keep it. If you trade fairly often, then the '09 is probably smater for you as it'll have a bit more resale value. If you plan on keeping it a while, your comfort is more important.

 

I plan on keeping this one awhile. Only had my Equinox 6 months, had it in the shop 3 times (wheel bearing, front carriage coming loose, etc) plus had worse gas mileage than alot of 2WD pickups. 70-30 hwy/city, if I was lucky I'd get 21 mpg, usually closer to 20.

That being said, I brought home the 08 HHR last night. Will post some pics for you as soon as I get some taken.