2006 Hummer H1 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Hummer H1. 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H1 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Hummer | Chevrolet |
| Model | H1 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6604 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 323 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2904 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 195 L | 136 L |
