2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XK. 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 XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK 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 XK | |
| Make | Hummer | Jaguar |
| Model | H3 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
