2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XK. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1123 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK. 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 Jaguar XK. 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 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Hummer | Jaguar |
| Model | H2 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 61 L |
