1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
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1996 Bentley Azure | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | HHR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |