2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Saturn Vue 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 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Hummer | Saturn |
Model | H3 | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1860 mm |