2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H2 and 2009 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (388 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50. 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 2009 Volvo V50. 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 (415 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo V50 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 Hummer H2 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H2 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 388 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 62 L |
