2003 Ford F-250 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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250.
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 F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Ford | Hummer |
Model | F-250 | H3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |