2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 142 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 2013 Honda Insight. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hummer H3 2013 Honda Insight
Make Hummer Honda
Model H3 Insight
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3653 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
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 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 3420 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 40 L