2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 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 2007 Honda S2000. 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
