2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2012 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3000 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
