2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina 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 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
