1999 Honda Life 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 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (388 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2060 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. 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 (415 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | Life | H2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 388 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3130 mm |