2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H3 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |