2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet HHR and 2007 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka.
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 (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | HHR | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |