2006 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, both 2006 BMW 523 and 2006 Hummer H1 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1640 kg more than 2006 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 523 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 195 L |
