2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Hummer | Lotus |
Model | H3 | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
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 | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 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 Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |