2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | HHR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
