2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 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 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
Make | BMW | Hummer |
Model | 525 | H3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |