2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 162 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | HHR | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
