2009 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 BMW 545.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 545. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | BMW | Hummer |
Model | 545 | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |