2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Hummer | Chevrolet |
| Model | H3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 69 L |
