2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hummer H3 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Hummer Hyundai
Model H3 Santa Fe
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3342 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 220 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 2180 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 2020 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 159 L 75 L


 

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