2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Chevrolet HHR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | HHR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |