2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 239 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Crown Victoria | H3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
