2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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 72 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Avanti | Hummer |
| Model | Studebaker | H2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3130 mm |
