2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hummer |
| Model | R | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2375 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
