2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H3 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
