2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 140 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (102 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 702 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H3 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
