2000 Hummer H2 vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hummer H2 (316 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2002 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2000 Hummer H2 (488 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm). This means 2000 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hummer H2 | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
