2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 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 161 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
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 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Hummer | Jeep |
| Model | H3 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2060 mm |
