2000 Hummer H1 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Hummer H1. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Hummer H1.
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, 2000 Hummer H1 (583 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hummer H1 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H1 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6500 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
