2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 933 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
Model | Silverado | H3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |