2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Hummer H1 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 1394 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | S4 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 195 L |
