2007 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A3 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
