2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Hummer H2.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (564 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Avalanche | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 121 L |
