2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.

Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet HHR 2008 Porsche Cayenne
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model HHR Cayenne
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3189 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 100 L


 

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