2000 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Escape | H3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 159 L |
