1996 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 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 58 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. 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 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | S6 | H2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 121 L |
