2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 139 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | H3 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |