2007 Hummer H3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Hummer H3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H3.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (329 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2007 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H3 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
