2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
Because 2008 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | HHR | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
