2008 Dodge Caliber 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 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 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 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Caliber | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |
