2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Opel Corsa 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) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hummer H3 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Hummer | Opel |
Model | H3 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 44 L |