2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 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. Both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2011 Acura ZDX are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2011 Acura ZDX.
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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2011 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2009 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Hummer | Acura |
| Model | H3 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
