1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1965 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hummer |
| Model | Duna | H3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
