2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Pilot. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Hummer | Honda |
| Model | H3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
