2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H2 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 80 L |
