2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 181 kg more than 2008 Hummer H3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H3 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 95 L |
