2003 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 723 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X5 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 121 L |
