2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2004 Hummer H2 and 2004 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (118 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1512 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. 2004 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Hummer H2 | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Hummer | Vauxhall |
Model | H2 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |