2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
