1998 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (329 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
Make | BMW | Hummer |
Model | 330 | H3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |