2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2008 Audi A6

To start off, both 2008 Hummer H3 and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,652 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine.

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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2008 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hummer H3 2008 Audi A6
Make Hummer Audi
Model H3 A6
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3652 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 178 HP
Torque 328 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L