2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Accord | H3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
