2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | F-350 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 87 L |
