2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | H3 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 830 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 | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |