2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. 2007 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | HHR | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |