2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (435 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hummer | Jaguar |
| Model | H3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 82 L |
