2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima 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 74 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H2 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 73 L |
