2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H3.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | S4 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 159 L |
