2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | Z8 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 87 L |
