2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
