2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Hummer H2 and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (316 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1311 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. 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 (488 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Hummer | Subaru |
| Model | H2 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 64 L |
