2009 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 550 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
