2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | HHR | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
