2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Hummer |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | H3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 87 L |
