2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 7 kg more 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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | HHR | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
