2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 842 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H3 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
