2000 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 777 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A4 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
