2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hummer |
| Model | Spider | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
