2010 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 488 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | HHR | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 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 | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
