2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 550 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 121 L |
