2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A6 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
