2006 Hummer H1 vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Hummer H1 and 2006 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1949 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H1 | 2006 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H1 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6604 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3272 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 195 L | 55 L |
