2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hummer |
| Model | PT Cruiser | H3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |
