2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 827 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hummer | Subaru |
| Model | H3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 74 L |
