2005 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M6. (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | M6 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 121 L |
