2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
