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Hummer H2 gmt 840 6.0i V8 (329 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hummer H2:
The Hummer H2 is a full-size off-road SUV that was marketed by Hummer and built in the AM General facility under contract from General Motors from 2002 until 2009. It is based on a modified GMT820 GM three-quarter-ton pickup truck in the front and a half-ton 1500 frame in the rear. A four-door pickup truck version with a midgate that opens the vehicle's interior to the external cargo bed was introduced for the 2005 model year as the H2 SUT.
In 2001 and 2002, GM allowed journalists to examine early versions of the Hummer H2, which were still under development....(Read more on Wikipedia)
gmt 840 Overview:
Hummer H2 (gmt 840). With 494 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2901 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 158 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
6.0i V8 (329 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A marginal improvement over the earlier 6.0L, offering slightly more power while retaining the robust torque characteristics suitable for its intended purpose.
Fuel Economy
Remains very poor, consistent with the 6.0L V8's design and the vehicle's weight. Not an economical choice for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic and imposing styling with strong road presence
- • Exceptional off-road capability and ground clearance
- • Spacious and commanding interior view
- • Robust and powerful V8 engines
- • High towing capacity
Cons:
- • Extremely poor fuel economy and high running costs
- • Difficult to maneuver and park in urban environments
- • Limited practicality for some due to sheer size
- • Interior quality can feel dated compared to luxury rivals
- • High emissions
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(gmt 840: 2002 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hummer |
| Model: | H2 |
| Generation: | gmt 840 |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.0i V8 (329 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 329 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 55.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 494 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LQ4 [Same engine] More details about the engine LQ4 |
| Engine displacement: | 5967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 16.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 158 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 170.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2901 |
| Max. weight: | 3901 |
| Max load: | 1000 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2451 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1133 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 121 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 25.8° |
| Length: | 4820 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2063 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 2080 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3118 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1763 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1763 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 255 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.25 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 40.4° |
| Departure angle: | 39.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 315/70 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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