2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster 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. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 994 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Hummer | Dacia |
| Model | H3 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
