2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2010 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2010 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Ridgeline | H3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
