2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 948 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | HHR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4483 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2629 mm |
