2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon.
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 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Hummer | Seat |
| Model | H3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
