2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | HHR | G5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
