2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,652 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H3 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H3 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3652 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |