2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hummer H2 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 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Hummer | BMW |
| Model | H2 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
