2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | HHR | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
