2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Hummer H3

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.

Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2008 Hummer H3
Make Citroen Hummer
Model C5 H3
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3653 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 0 HP
Torque 286 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1589 kg 2231 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 2020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 87 L


 

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