2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H2 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 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1578 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hummer H2 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Hummer Mercedes-Benz
Model H2 C
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2903 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2000 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 121 L 66 L


 

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