2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
