2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 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, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2006 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | HHR | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
