2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | HHR | Croma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
