2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Hummer | Lexus |
| Model | H3 | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
