2004 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 286 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | E-350 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |
