2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 868 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | BMW | Hummer |
Model | 120 | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |