2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hummer H2. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Audi | Hummer |
Model | A8 | H2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 121 L |