2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 177 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | HHR | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |