2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 253 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1687 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Hummer | Honda |
| Model | H2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 50 L |
