2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H2 | GL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 100 L |
