2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 (203 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | HHR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |
