2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 961 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hummer | Jaguar |
| Model | H2 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 82 L |
