2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
