2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,652 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H3 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Hummer | Land Rover |
Model | H3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3652 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 328 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |