2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
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2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | HHR | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |