2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige 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 62 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1414 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. 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 2002 Lotus Exige. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Hummer | Lotus |
| Model | H3 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 36 L |
