2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
