2005 Hummer H2 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hummer H2 would be higher. 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2005 Hummer H2 (496 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hummer H2 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Hummer | Dodge |
| Model | H2 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
