2003 Mini One vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1154 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mini One. 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Mini | Hummer |
| Model | One | H3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 102 L |
