2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
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 Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | HHR | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
