2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | HHR | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |