2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 79 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 172 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | HHR | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |