2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. 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 60 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 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 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
