2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 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 139 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. 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 1999 Mazda 626. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
