2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 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 43 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 67 L |
