2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 137 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1442 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Hummer | Subaru |
| Model | H2 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 64 L |
