2001 Hummer H2 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hummer H2 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Hummer H2 (502 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hummer H2 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H2 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2881 mm |
