2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H2 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1642 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Hummer | Chevrolet |
| Model | H2 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 129 L |
