1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. 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 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Acura | Hummer |
| Model | NSX | H3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3420 mm |
