2006 Hummer H1 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1787 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H1 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6604 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3272 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 195 L | 64 L |
