2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Hummer H2

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2.

Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Hummer H2
Make Chevrolet Hummer
Model Corvette H2
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5970 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 398 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 546 Nm 1058 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2070 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3130 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 121 L


 

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