2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 991 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H3 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
