2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 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 180 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H3 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1404 mm |
