2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 371 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | HHR | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
