2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | H3 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |