2009 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Audi | Hummer |
Model | S8 | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |