2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. 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) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Hummer | Honda |
| Model | H3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
