2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Civic | H3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
