2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H3 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H3 | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |