2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | HHR | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
