2004 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1507 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | S4 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 195 L |
