2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Hummer H3 and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H3 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H3 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 55 L |