2007 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525.
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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 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. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H3 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
