2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 239 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2009 Renault Espace.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Espace. 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2009 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Hummer | Renault |
| Model | H3 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
