2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Hummer | Ford |
| Model | H3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
