2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. 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 253 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1648 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. 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) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H2 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 53 L |
