2008 Buick Enclave 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 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Enclave would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Enclave. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Enclave | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
