2004 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Regal | H3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
