2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 874 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2415 mm |
