2006 Hummer H2 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1583 kg more than 1990 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 H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 833 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1058 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
