2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Hummer H3.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2008 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H3 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 96 L |