2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 889 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 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 2003 Lotus Esprit. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Hummer | Lotus |
| Model | H3 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
