2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 687 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hummer |
Model | Tiguan | H3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |