2005 Hummer H2 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 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 205 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 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 (495 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2005 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Hummer | Land Rover |
Model | H2 | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 495 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2904 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 75 L |