2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | HHR | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
