1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hummer |
| Model | 146 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
