2007 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H3 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
