2009 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 BMW X6.
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, 2010 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X6 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
