Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet HHR Review

Performance
Both the Toyota Matrix and the Chevrolet HHR are likely to feel a little sluggish because of their high horsepower-to-weight ratio.

Handling
The Chevrolet HHR and the Matrix have roughly comparable tires. With their comparable turning circles, the Chevrolet HHR and the Toyota Matrix likely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Chevrolet HHR's engine is significantly bigger than the Toyota Matrix's. Remember that more sizeable engines may use more gas than smaller ones. Torque equals pickup, and the HHR will have picked up and gone by the time the Toyota Matrix finally gets moving. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Chevrolet is considerably more powerful than the Toyota Matrix.

Utility
The Chevrolet HHR's bigger trunk will accommodate more sizeable items than the Matrix. The Toyota Matrix and the HHR can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll most definitely take the Chevrolet HHR for a fill-up roughly as often as the Toyota. You likely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Chevrolet HHR than with the Toyota Matrix, as both offer similar mileage ranges.

Comfort
Taller drivers will quite a bit enjoy the extra head room in the Toyota Matrix's front cabin compared to the Chevrolet HHR. The ampler interior dimensions of the HHR make it markedly more spacious for your passengers than the Toyota Matrix.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet is considerably more ponderous than the Toyota Matrix. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Chevrolet than the Toyota Matrix because of its bigger tank. The Toyota and the Chevrolet HHR compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Chevrolet HHR to the dealership as the Toyota Matrix. The Chevrolet pales in comparison to the Toyota Matrix in terms of fuel economy. The Toyota Matrix will save you money at the pump compared to the Chevrolet HHR. The Toyota Matrix isn't much costlier than the Chevrolet HHR regarding MSRP. The Chevrolet HHR will cost you a bunch of money in gas every year compared to the Toyota Matrix. The Toyota Matrix will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Chevrolet HHR.

Overview
The Chevrolet HHR and the Toyota Matrix have the same basic warranty.