2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Hummer H3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (243 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Audi | Hummer |
Model | A8 | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 243 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |