2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Renault Sandero 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 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | HHR | Sandero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |