2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. 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 86 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | HHR | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
