2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
