2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H3 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
