2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 219 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | HHR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
