2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,652 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Hummer | Suzuki |
| Model | H3 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
