2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2008 Hummer H2 and 2008 Toyota Prius 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 317 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1573 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H2 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H2 | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 393 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 45 L |