2000 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 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 163 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A8 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 121 L |
