2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H3 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
