2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 Hummer H2.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Hummer | Chevrolet |
| Model | H2 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 117 L |
