2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | H3 | SLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |