2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 204 kg more 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | GMC | Hummer |
| Model | Envoy | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
