2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain. 2011 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2010 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2010 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | GMC | Hummer |
| Model | Terrain | H3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |
