2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. 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 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Hummer | Saab |
| Model | H3 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
