2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H3 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
