2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Hummer H3. 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 Volkswagen Touareg. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H3 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
