2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet HHR and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | HHR | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 230 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
