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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 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 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 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. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster 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 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Hummer | Dacia |
| Model | H3 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
