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"Quickly, which vehicle is longer: the Honda Accord two-door coupe or the beast you see pictured before you? I know this is an "apples" and "oranges" comparison, but it puts into perspective the diminutive size of the H3. As if creating an optical illusion, H3 stylists penned a Hum-Vee-like exterior that projects a much larger, more imposing image of the midsize SUV, which is actually close to an inch shorter in overall length than the Accord coupe. That reality, along with a reasonably fuel-efficient inline 5-cylinder engine, will ease the conscience of many H3 buyers who love the Hum Vee tough-guy image but not the stigma of driving an obnoxiously large, fossil-fuel-wasting war machine. . . ."
". . . Some may view the H3 as the spoiled little brother of the original Hummer and latter H2. Certainly the H3 comes from strong off-road lineage and features a familial design theme, but this kid doesnt share the same battlefield toughness its siblings are renowned for. Yes, it may be a competent off-roader, but under its rugged-looking Hum Vee skin beats the heart of a Canyon/Colorado pickup, albeit with beefed-up legs and hiking boots.
In my view, appeal for the H3 is really limited to two potential dimensions: its Rambo image and its worthy off-road performance. Beyond these distinctions I am not sure what other merits will pull folks toward the H3 and away from impressive alternatives such as the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Nissan Xterra or Pathfinder, and Toyota 4Runner - certainly not price. Many rugged, and less so SUVs are available within the H3s price range. Some offer more refinement, some better handling, some stronger performance and some deliver the entire lot while being every bit as capable off-pavement as the H3. In effect the H3 truly is a Hum Vee wannabe."
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11-23-2005, 01:07 PM
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