2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 697 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H3 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
