2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H3 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 706 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
