2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2007 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | HHR | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
