2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
