2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 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 115 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. 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 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
