2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 393 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terrano II | HHR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
