2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H3 | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
