2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 302 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2648 mm |
