2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 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 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. 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 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | HHR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |