2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. 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 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hummer H3 2009 Jeep Wrangler
Make Hummer Jeep
Model H3 Wrangler
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3653 cc 2777 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2194 kg 2030 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 2000 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 66 L


 

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