2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2004 Hummer H2 and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2004 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H2 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 50 L |
