2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege 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 200 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. 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 (434 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H3 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
