2005 Hummer H2 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 Hummer H2 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hummer H2 (495 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hummer H2 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H2 | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2904 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 80 L |
