2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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 (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
