2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 846 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, both vehicles can yield 226 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | HHR | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |