2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris 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 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1401 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H3 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
