2005 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (306 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Civic | H3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 159 L |
