2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H2 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H2. (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H2 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | H2 | SL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 393 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 80 L |