2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
Model | H3 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |