2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 63 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Ka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
