2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 873 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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 2008 Dodge Charger. 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | HHR | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
