2004 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Hummer H2
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Hummer H2. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2004 BMW 545.
Because 2003 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2003 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 545 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 121 L |
