2009 BMW X6 vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2007 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X6 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
