2006 Hummer H1 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Hummer H1 and 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H1 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H1 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6604 cc | 3167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 705 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2904 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 195 L | 68 L |