2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H3 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3651 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |