2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 5 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | HHR | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
