2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1310 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.

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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Excursion 2009 Hummer H3
Make Ford Hummer
Model Excursion H3
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5948 cc 3653 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 3504 kg 2194 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 87 L