1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Tahoe | H2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3120 mm |
