2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Expedition | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 87 L |
