2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
