2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |