2007 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, both 2007 BMW 318 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 318. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | HHR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |