2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hummer | Honda |
| Model | H2 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
