1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Intrepid | H1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
