2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 535 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 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Hummer | BMW |
Model | H3 | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |