2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 80 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hummer |
| Model | PT Cruiser | H3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |
