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The .22LR is cheaper, the .17HMR is more effective. Groundhogs out to 200+ yards are more than do-able, rabbits would be fair game for a ways beyond that. The ballistic-tip .17's perform explosively at close range (under 150), and in the right rifle (say a Savage 917R) capable of easy head-shots to this range. BSA makes a "Sweet 17" scope calibrated for the 17gr Hornady load out to 300 yards. In the US, this setup would run about $500.00. On the other hand, a $100.00 Marlin Mdl 60 will probably outlive your grandchildren, takes ammo that's literally everywhere, and will also put plenty of meat in the pot, but at much closer ranges.
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