2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 4 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 78 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 893 kg more than 2012 BMW 740. 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 2012 BMW 740. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H2 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 82 L |
