2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Hummer H3

To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 722 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.

Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2008 Hummer H3
Make Audi Hummer
Model A6 H3
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 3653 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2232 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 87 L


 

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