2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS 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 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Hummer | Lexus |
| Model | H3 | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
