1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango.
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, 2008 Hummer H3 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Durango | H3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
