2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2010 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1056 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 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Chevrolet HHR 2010 Ford Expedition
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model HHR Expedition
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2401 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2526 kg
Vehicle Length 3380 mm 5245 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3023 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 106 L