2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Polo 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 171 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
