2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Hummer H2. (316 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 737 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2004 Hummer H2 (488 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H2 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 90 L |
