2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 6 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Hummer | Bentley |
| Model | H3 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 96 L |
