2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 609 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | HHR | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
