2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | HHR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
