1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Silverado | H2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |
