2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2009 Hummer H3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2009 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Excursion | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Ford | Hummer |
Model | Excursion | H3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 102 L |