2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 736 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
Model | Corvette | H2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7011 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 393 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 121 L |