1999 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. 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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Regal | H3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
