2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | HHR | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |