2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Hummer H3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2009 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Ford | Hummer |
Model | Explorer | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 3651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |