2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H3.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H3 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
