2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Lexus RX

To start off, both 2006 Hummer H3 and 2006 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H3.

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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hummer H3 2006 Lexus RX
Make Hummer Lexus
Model H3 RX
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3457 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 220 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 65 L


 

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