2004 Honda Life vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 641 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | HHR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2629 mm |
