2009 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 130 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 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 130 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | BMW | Hummer |
Model | 130 | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |