2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 809 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 2010 BMW 118. 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 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H3 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |
