1998 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1998 Volvo V70.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo V70 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hummer |
| Model | V70 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
