1999 Honda Life 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 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | Life | H3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |