2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 88 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H3 | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
