2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | HHR | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |