2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 34 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Hummer | SsangYong |
| Model | H3 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
