2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (434 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
Model | Equinox | H3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |