2009 BMW X6 vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 718 kg more than 2009 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | X6 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 121 L |
