2002 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 963 kg more than 2002 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 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A8 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 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 | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 121 L |
