2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
