2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | HHR | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
