2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Hummer H3

To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Hummer H3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3.

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, 2008 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi R8 2008 Hummer H3
Make Audi Hummer
Model R8 H3
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 414 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 87 L


 

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