2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 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 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 809 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 320. 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 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | BMW | Hummer |
Model | 320 | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |