2011 Honda Element vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2011 Honda Element 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 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. 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 Honda Element. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element 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 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Element | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Element | H3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
