JK vs. H3

[K9sH3]

Go another Hummer dealer if the first one won't call or deal. As for the spineless biatches out there, Man I hope that doesn't happen to you, me or anyone else. I have never understood why destroy another mans property. If someone has a problem with me, come to me. Not my H3, house, wife or kids.

[K9sH3]

ok I need spell check. lol

[RubHer Yellow Ducky]

All kidding aside...

If you want a GREAT ROAD VEHICLE that can do off roading in stock form get the H-3 (i'm talking totally stock here)

BUT

If you want a GREAT OFF ROAD VEHICLE that can do regular driving, altho noisy and not as smoothe as the H-3, or as polished then get the RUBI (i'm talking totally stockhere also)

RYD

[Wisha Haddan H3]

I'm guessing you don't absolutely need the removable half or full doors, removable top, electronic sway bar disconnect, sfa with front locker and full internal roll cage, or you wouldn't be asking. You'd have to go with the JK. And tho Jeep has a longer history, both brands are legends.

It sounds like both are priced right and will do what you want, so it should come down to which one fits and feels better. Test drive them both again and run them through their paces. Take them offroad if you can. Think about passing, acceleration, comfort and control placement. If you're seriously thinking about upgrading a JK-X, consider warranty issues, cost and downtime while you install and adjust them.

I have nothing bad to say about the JK ... it seems awesome. But I sure do love my 5-spd H3 adventure w/ sunroof & monsoon. Fits me ergonomically, does great on-road and is amazing offroad. Huge sunroof and sweet Monsoon mp3 sound system. Plus, the radio and hvac controls are easy to use with my gloves on and eyes on the road. Onstar is cool, with the built-in phone, vehicle diagnostics, theft locator, driving directions, and emergency services. It's safe too ... 5-star crash rating and front to rear side curtain airbags.

Good luck making up your mind ... they're both great trucks. If you can wait a year, the H3 is supposed to get a bigger engine, prob a V8.

[J6Niner]

Having had 2 Wrangler Sports (can't speak to 4 door version), I think the H3 is far superior. IMO these 2 trucks are COMPLETELY different. Maybe comperable offroad capabilities, but all other areas are no where close. Wrangler brings rougher ride and unfinished interior - and a new set of worries. I constantly worried about leaving the top down/doors off and what some idiot kid would do to the jeep. I also worried about leaving anything in the jeep bc it was so easy to break into. I don't offroad much, except for the sand on the coast of NC and can honestly say the H3 performed better than the Jeeps... Just an honest opinion, either way you shouldn't go wrong. Good Luck!

[ajburton13]

Yeah the 4 door JK's ride is much improved over older Jeeps, I had a Cherokee and drove a TJ for awhile. I think I will end up with the H3, especially with the deal I am getting GMS pricing and 0%. J6Niner, where are you in NC, I'm from Wilmington and live in Charleston now.

[J6Niner]

I hear ya on the improved ride. I had a 94 and an 02 and I am sure they have been improved upon since then. I keep seeing the 4 door at a local dealership and keep meaning to stop by and take it for a spin... Had the 4 door jeep been available when I bought the h3, I would have been making the same decision you are... You considering a hard top/soft top jeep?

I am in the RDU area at the moment. Wilmington is great, we head down there quite a bit. Never been to Charleston, hear it is awesome though. Was in Hilton Head a few weeks back - pretty sweet place also.

[R6realtor]

There both cool trucks but I really love my HUMMERS GO WITH THE HUMMER

[ajburton13]

I'm getting dual tops if I go with the JK, I'm closer to the H3 though. Ha for some reason everyone I ask is like oh, definitely get the Jeep, people really don't like Hummers. It's kinda weird.

I can't even believe we are having this debate! Who in their right mind would choose a Jeep (Of which the world is already overpopulated with) over a Hummer H3? Both vehicles will get you there on or off the road, but the H3 gets more attention, is more comfortable, and looks cooler than a tired old Jeep. Those of you who say buy the Jeep shouldn't even be on this forum!

[buy_a_legend]

Originally Posted by Rutdogg

I can't even believe we are having this debate! Who in their right mind would choose a Jeep (Of which the world is already overpopulated with) over a Hummer H3? Both vehicles will get you there on or off the road, but the H3 gets more attention, is more comfortable, and looks cooler than a tired old Jeep. Those of you who say buy the Jeep shouldn't even be on this forum!

Youngster, don't tell me what forum to be on,....
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/061110/def015.html?.v=60

[J6Niner]

Speaking of the highly coveted "4-Wheel & Off-Road's 2007 4x4 of the Year" award that 'buy_a_legend' speaks of...

Guess what won the same award in 2003..............a Lexus.

http://www.fourwheeler.com/roadtests...70_winner.html

[buy_a_legend]

Please kid, born in 1980 and trying to figure things out and pretend you have your manhood paper's(those invisible one's that you carry in your pocket) that you earn in life.....I don't thing so. Surely you have some grownup's or Vietnam Vet's on this forum.....then I'll listen to what you say. Semper Fi....
Ok,..once again....can't you read...
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/061110/def015.html?.v=60

[RubHer Yellow Ducky]

Originally Posted by buy_a_legend

Please kid, born in 1980 and trying to figure things out and pretend you have your manhood paper's(those invisible one's that you carry in your pocket) that you earn in life.....I don't thing so. Surely you have some grownup's or Vietnam Vet's on this forum.....then I'll listen to what you say. Semper Fi....
Ok,..once again....can't you read...
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/061110/def015.html?.v=60

June 1965 to June 1969

AND

One of many things I learned in the U. S. Military was

DON'T STICK YOUR NOSE WHERE IT DON'T BELONG...

I believe that was taught in all the services, ARMY, NAVY, MARINE CORP, COAST GUARD & AIR FORCE...

SO

The question is why are you posting here?

RYD

[RazM]

Originally Posted by RubHer Yellow Ducky

June 1965 to June 1969

AND

One of many things I learned in the U. S. Military was

DON'T STICK YOUR NOSE WHERE IT DON'T BELONG...

I believe that was taught in all the services, ARMY, NAVY, MARINE CORP, COAST GUARD & AIR FORCE...

SO

The question is why are you posting here?

RYD

[jp's-h3]

Originally Posted by Rutdogg

I can't even believe we are having this debate! Who in their right mind would choose a Jeep (Of which the world is already overpopulated with) over a Hummer H3? Both vehicles will get you there on or off the road, but the H3 gets more attention, is more comfortable, and looks cooler than a tired old Jeep. Those of you who say buy the Jeep shouldn't even be on this forum!

X

[n5bxp]

One thing to consider.

Last month my wife and I drove our 07 H3 with adventure package to Moab from Houston. It was as comfortable as our Chevy Tahoe. It was a 2700 mile round trip.

When we got to Moab, we did really well on the trails.

Is it as capable as a Rubicon at Moab? No, but almost.

Would I want to drive a Rubicon on a 2700 mile round trip? I don't think so. I would be crippled and deaf. I have friends who complain about how uncomfortable the Jeep is in driving around in Houston traffic.

The H3 is a better all around vehicle. The H3 with the adventure package exceeds my off road abilites. Just my 2 cents.

[wpage]

Unless you are spending most of your vehicle time off road. The H3 is superior overall. The H3 offers a better blend of creature comforts combined with ability in the field....

[evldave]

My wife has a JK I have an H3. She always wants to drive the H3, I always want to drive the JK. They are both equally fun/exciting to drive. Why not just have the best of both worlds and buy one of each??