1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2006 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | Visa | H3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 159 L |
