2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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 (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | HHR | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
