2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
