2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Hummer H3.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H3 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
