2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 776 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Hummer | Lexus |
| Model | H3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 342 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
