2009 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1228 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | F-250 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 102 L |
