2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
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2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | HHR | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |