2008 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1602 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | Xsara | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |
