2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Hummer H3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Express | H3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |
