1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Citroen | Hummer |
Model | Visa | H3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |