2006 Hummer H1 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H1.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H1. (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H1.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H1 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H1 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6604 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 705 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |