2010 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 238 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
