2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hummer |
| Model | Jetta | H3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
