2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H2 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 82 L |
