2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X5 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 87 L |
