2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H3.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (329 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Ram | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 87 L |
