2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2009 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Hummer | Land Rover |
Model | H3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 104 L |