2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Hummer | Hummer |
| Model | H3 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |
