2006 Honda Element vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 913 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Element | H2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 121 L |
