2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Fusion | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 102 L |
