2007 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
