2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 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 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 730 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
