2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
