2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 891 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | HHR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
