do you think the I 5 is underpowered for the h3? - Page 2

that all depends on what you call under powered out here the I 5 has 10 less kw than the v8 landcrusier which is suposse to be the be all and end all 4x4. this car weighs in at almost 3 tonnes.
you just learn how to drive it as you do with all cars to optimise the performace.  after market performance inhancing drugs help alot
 

I traded my Silverado with a 5.3 in for my Tactical knowing what the difference is since we had an 06 H3 3.5. It just really isn't that much different. Sure, I can't "roast" the tires, but I didn't buy it for that.

I think the power under the hood isn't the problem. It's more the fact that I can't get the sound I want from putting in something like an exhaust/CAI combo.

It will sound too much like some *fast and furious car* with a rubber band engine.

Love the power, hate the sound.

I also hate the hummer haters a guy came up to me and told me all the h3 was was a glorified blazer. And that it isnt a real hummer.  He also said that hummers arent meant for off road he said they are there for luxury.  I do not know where people get these misconceptions.  

I have the 3.5L I5, it works just fine for me.  It's a good compromise for fuel economy and overall truck performance.  If anything, maybe another 1000 lbs tow rating would be a nice to have.
 
On the other hand, those that I know who always drive foot to the floor and must leave the pack behind at every traffic light won't be happy with it.
 
In my opinion, the only problem with the I5 is that it was the only engine available at launch.  If there was a V8 from the start too, no one would even be bringing up this discussion. 
 
 

I'd give a 100hp away in a heartbeat to have 100ftlb more torque dropped to around 1200 rpm. But, I came from driving a 35004x4 dodge dually with a cummins and a 6spd so I like the grunt. Funny thing is they both get the same mileage (~17). What the H3 needs is a little 4cylinder inline diesel...then it would be completely awesome (and probably get about 28mpg).

Compared to the previous vehicles I've owned, I'm satisfied with the H3's power.

I would like to see it with a 4.0 I-5 and more torque and I would think it would be just right 275 HP with 320 ft-lbs, and not kill mpg. This vehicle is more a bruiser than a crusier. I'm happy with the 3.7.

I think alot of people seem to agree that the Alpha is not worth the extra money.  Especially since there not a big telling difference after calculating the extra weight the alpha also has.  I put it this way, unless you tow something heavy?  Go with the I5.  You'll save money and gas.  As for the highway passing, have u ever been going about 50 and pushed all the way down on the pedal?  The I5 takes off!!

I took the H3 out to Colorado to do some skiing this winter (live in Chicago) and when 2 of us split gas - it was actually cheaper than flying! In any case - the I5 really had problems keeping up with traffic on I70 doing 70-80 mph up the mountain passes.  If AM General had put a 5 or 6 speed trans in the truck it would be waaaaay better in those situations and you could keep the truck in the power band much easier.  I really want to trailer my motorcycles out to ride some canyons but am afraid I'll blow the engine up seeing as how much it struggled with just two of us and our ski gear.
 
I love the truck but am afraid it will dissappoint when put to the test.  Has anyone towed 3-4000 lbs in the mountains with their I5 H3?  Does anyone have any suggestions for improving HP enough to make this application work?  Many thanks team.

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ORIGINAL: H3 Xman

 As for the highway passing, have u ever been going about 50 and pushed all the way down on the pedal?  The I5 takes off!!

 You're kidding, right?? 

YES!!!! The H-3 is SO UNDERPOWERED!!!!! I drove one for an afternoon well I had the oil changed in my hummer that I just got an it was so slow no get up and go at all!!!! and for an $40,000 car what an POS!!!! Sorry I don't mean to dis your H-3's but I think they are way overpriced!!!! My 300c was about $40,000 and it way much more of a car and bang for your buck I have had 2 300c's now and I just love them!!! My father gave me a hummer so now I have a 300c and an hummer. But the H-3 YUCK!!!!

Hey CryBoy.... Blow it out you @ss.
You are not welcome here and are not worth the time.

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ORIGINAL: chrysler300cboy

YES!!!! The H-3 is SO UNDERPOWERED!!!!! I drove one for an afternoon well I had the oil changed in my hummer that I just got an it was so slow no get up and go at all!!!! and for an $40,000 car what an POS!!!! Sorry I don't mean to dis your H-3's but I think they are way overpriced!!!! My 300c was about $40,000 and it way much more of a car and bang for your buck I have had 2 300c's now and I just love them!!! My father gave me a hummer so now I have a 300c and an hummer. But the H-3 YUCK!!!!

 
How's your partner doing Biff?
 
I will drag (pun?) you and both your 300Cs anywhere anytime, just put snow,ice, dirt, mud, sand, rocks, water, logs, add a grade if you like, and you're toast.  
Comparing a 300c to a Hummer, would be like me comparing my favorite Olds, to your 300C.  You'd be the one that is extremely slow and underpowered.   
Almost like comparing a Harley to a Vespa, just not the same product use there Biff.
 
I would not be braggin on Daddy given you a hummer either, if you know what I mean.  
 

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ORIGINAL: chrysler300cboy

YES!!!! The H-3 is SO UNDERPOWERED!!!!! I drove one for an afternoon well I had the oil changed in my hummer that I just got an it was so slow no get up and go at all!!!! and for an $40,000 car what an POS!!!! Sorry I don't mean to dis your H-3's but I think they are way overpriced!!!! My 300c was about $40,000 and it way much more of a car and bang for your buck I have had 2 300c's now and I just love them!!! My father gave me a hummer so now I have a 300c and an hummer. But the H-3 YUCK!!!!

 
hey fag!! you and you queer friend left this in the rental H3 when you turned it in
 
get a life you dumb SOB

I don't feel that my I-5 is underpowered. I've done some road trips and haven't seem to have any issues with keeping up or passing in traffic. I have noticed that since I've put some miles on the engine (about 6,500) the gas mileage has gotten better. I didn't get the H3 for speed, race handling or drag racing. I'm happy with the power and range that it has.

honestly who compares a car to a hummer give me a break.  Obviously some spoiled little boy who lives with his parents.

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ORIGINAL: Doc Olds

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ORIGINAL: chrysler300cboy

My father gave me a hummer so now I have a 300c and an hummer. But the H-3 YUCK!!!!

I would not be braggin on Daddy given you a hummer either, if you know what I mean.  

Doc .......you beat me to it, could not of had said it better myself.  He probably plucks his eye brows too!!!!

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ORIGINAL: importkiller

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ORIGINAL: chrysler300cboy

YES!!!! The H-3 is SO UNDERPOWERED!!!!! I drove one for an afternoon well I had the oil changed in my hummer that I just got an it was so slow no get up and go at all!!!! and for an $40,000 car what an POS!!!! Sorry I don't mean to dis your H-3's but I think they are way overpriced!!!! My 300c was about $40,000 and it way much more of a car and bang for your buck I have had 2 300c's now and I just love them!!! My father gave me a hummer so now I have a 300c and an hummer. But the H-3 YUCK!!!!

hey fag!! you and you queer friend left this in the rental H3 when you turned it in

get a life you dumb SOB

I love it when an admin posts stuff like this!! 

the admin title didn't make me any more politically correct besides..it was a cartoon version...so it's all good

If you've ever driven the real thing with that 6.5 rodchunker under the hood then you'll appreciate the pep the H3 has.