2001 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream. 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 2001 Honda Stream. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Stream | H3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |
