2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 214 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
