2007 Hummer H2 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2007 Hummer H2 and 2007 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H2 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H2 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 60 L |
