2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 748 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H2 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 80 L |
