2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
