2004 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 525 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
