2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X 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 Chevrolet HHR (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X. 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
