2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | HHR | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
