2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 847 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
Make | BMW | Hummer |
Model | 118 | H3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |