2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
Model | H3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2188 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |