2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 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 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |