2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 6 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1406 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 2012 Buick Verano. 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 826 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Hummer | Buick |
| Model | H2 | Verano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 1058 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 57 L |
