2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | HHR | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |