2006 Hummer H2 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (326 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 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 H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Hummer | Vauxhall |
| Model | H2 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
