2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 328 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2003 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. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H3 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |