2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H3 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
