2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 682 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
Model | Silverado | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 87 L |