2005 Hummer H2 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Hummer H2 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 235 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1478 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 Vaneo. 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 (496 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hummer H2 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H2 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 54 L |
