2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2002 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Avalon. 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 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 1058 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 60 L |
