1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hummer |
| Model | Guara | H3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3420 mm |
