2009 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H1.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X5 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 195 L |
