2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H3.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Corvette | H3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
