2005 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 908 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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 H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A8 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 1058 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 121 L |
