2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 742 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 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | HHR | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
