2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. Both 2006 Hummer H3 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz R are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H3.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H3 | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 80 L |
