2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2003 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Ram | H2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 121 L |
