2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3. 2010 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hummer |
| Model | 550 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
