2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H3 | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
Model | H3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3457 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |