2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (326 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 958 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Audi | Hummer |
Model | A8 | H2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1945 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 121 L |