2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. 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 2009 Proton Arena. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Hummer | Proton |
| Model | H3 | Arena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
