2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | HHR | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
