2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2008 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic 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 255 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1637 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 2008 Honda Civic. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hummer H2 2008 Honda Civic
Make Hummer Honda
Model H2 Civic
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 393 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 564 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2903 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 2020 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 121 L 50 L


 

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