2010 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 313 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet HHR | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | HHR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
