2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 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 177 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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 2006 BMW 530. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H2 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
