2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 165 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hummer | Jeep |
| Model | H2 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 78 L |
