2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva. 2006 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2007 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hummer | Lada |
| Model | H3 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 45 L |
