2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
