2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 337 kg more 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HHR | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
