2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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.
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2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | H3 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 54 L |