2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 899 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H3 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 48 L |
