2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 2 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. 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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H3 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
