2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 2002 Honda Civic. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | Civic | H3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |