2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet HHR and 2007 Toyota Quantum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 149 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet HHR 2007 Toyota Quantum
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model HHR Quantum
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2201 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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