2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | HHR | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
