2006 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 679 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Viper | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
