2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2006 Hummer H3 and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.

Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hummer H3 2006 Ford Focus
Make Hummer Ford
Model H3 Focus
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 2180 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 2020 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 159 L 55 L