2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 743 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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 Jeep Patriot. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Hummer | Jeep |
| Model | H3 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |
