2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 879 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2008 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
