2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H3 | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
