2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 609 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Hummer | Subaru |
| Model | H3 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
