2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Renault Modus

To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (111 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Modus. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus. 2008 Renault Modus has automatic transmission and 2008 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2008 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Modus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hummer H3 2008 Renault Modus
Make Hummer Renault
Model H3 Modus
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3653 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2232 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 49 L


 

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