2007 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, both 2007 BMW 116 and 2007 Chevrolet HHR were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2007 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 116 | HHR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |