2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2012 BMW 528.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 528. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2012 BMW 528 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. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H3 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
