2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 981 kg more than 2011 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
