2007 BMW X3 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 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X3 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 87 L |
