2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
