2008 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 325 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3653 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
