2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H3 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Hummer | Mercury |
Model | H3 | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3457 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |