2001 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 991 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Civic | H3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
