1996 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Accord | H3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
