2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 883 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (434 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Focus | H3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
