2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
