2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 293 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | HHR | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |