2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira. 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 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Hummer | Opel |
| Model | H3 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
