2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 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 (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2012 Infiniti G37 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Hummer | Infiniti |
| Model | H3 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 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 | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
