2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H2 and 2008 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 208 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1551 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H2 | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
Model | H2 | Torrent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 393 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 64 L |