2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.

Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet HHR 2012 Toyota Tacoma
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model HHR Tacoma
Year Released 2008 2012
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 Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3380 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 79 L


 

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