2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Lotus Elise 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 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (219 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hummer | Lotus |
Model | H3 | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 44 L |