2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.

Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Chevrolet HHR 2013 GMC Acadia
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model HHR Acadia
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 284 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5101 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2003 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1846 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 83 L