2007 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hummer | Jeep |
| Model | H3 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
