2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | HHR | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |