2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
