1990 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1990 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | V8 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
