2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HHR | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
