2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
