2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Hummer H3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H3.
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 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3. 2006 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hummer |
| Model | 159 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
