2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
