2004 Hummer H2 vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1998 Ford F-150. 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Hummer | Ford |
| Model | H2 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3050 mm |
