2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H2 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 67 L |
