2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | HHR | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
