2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | HHR | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
