2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 550 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3653 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
