2001 Nissan Xterra vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Xterra | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Xterra | HHR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2629 mm |
