2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H3 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1375 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
