2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1333 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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 H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2008 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | M3 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 121 L |
